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The Unspoken Truth: Why It’s Not What They Say, But What They’re Not Saying
There’s an unspoken truth that’s often left unsaid: it’s not what people say, but what they don’t say that matters most. We’ve all been in a conversation where we can sense that something is off, but we can’t quite put our finger on it. This is because the person we’re talking to is withholding the truth — whether intentionally or not.
Withholding the truth can take many forms. It can be something as small as leaving out key details in a story, or it can be something as major as lying about your qualifications. But regardless of the form it takes, withholding the truth is always harmful. It creates barriers to communication
The unspoken truth is important because it allows us to fill in the gaps and get a fuller picture of what’s going on. It also allows us to see past the words to the intention behind them. By understanding the unspoken truth, we can communicate more effectively and build better relationships.
“I do not recall” can also be a trigger that there is information missing from the conversation.
The unspoken truth about words
We all know that words are important. They’re how we communicate our thoughts and feelings, and they’re how we connect with others. But sometimes, it’s not the…
